The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford, a non-partisan organization more than 100 years old, along with AAUW, Eliminate Racism 815, AKA Sorority, Rockford Public Library, Rockton/Roscoe News, ACLU, Harlem High School Student Council, WNIJ Northern Public Radio, The Boone County Journal and the Belvidere North High School Student Voice Club are pleased to invite you to participate in these LWVGR Fall 2024 Candidate Meet & Greets. There are a series of five (5) Meet & Greets scheduled.
Important discussion topics on voting system integrity, referenda, immigration, and the preservation of democracy will be presented in addition to meeting candidates. Although most races will not be competitive, we see the Candidate Meet & Greets as a great opportunity for citizens to get to know the candidates who will be in office – understand their priorities and share your priorities and concerns with them – let them hear your voice. Please start spreading the word and encouraging others to participate.
Meet & Greet the Local 2024 November Election Candidates!
Kindly scroll sideways to read all chart information on smart devices and computers. Information is being updated daily.| Date | Time | Location | Address | Moderator(s) | Go Vote 815 Partner | Invited Candidates | Program Discussion |
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| Tuesday, October 22 | 6:00 p.m. | Second First Church | 318 N Church St, Rockford, IL | Faye Marcus Ed Yohnka Panel discussion | ACLU, LWVGR, AAUW | We are thrilled to come together to host a community discussion on voting rights and the importance of local offices on our civil liberties work. The event will include a lively discussion on voting rights, how elected officials impact our civil rights and liberties, and ways to stay involved during the election and beyond. There will also be a meet and greet for candidates for state and local office following the panel discussion. Panel moderator: Ed Yohnka, ACLU of Illinois (Moderator) Panelists: Khadine Bennett, ACLU of Illinois Judge Rosemary Collins, Retired 17th Judicial Circuit Judge Phyllis Gallisath, Executive Director of The LIAM Foundation Kelly Yue, ACLU of Illinois |
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| Thursday, October 24 | 6:00 p.m. | Belvidere North High School | 9393 Beloit Road, Belvidere | Judge Rosemary Collins | League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford The Belvidere North High School Student Voice Club WNIJ Northern Public Radio The Boone County Journal | Candidates invited to all events: US House of Representatives Districts 16 and 17 Il State Senate District 34 Il State Representatives 67,68,69, 89, 90 Seventeenth judicial circuit first subcircuit State Supreme court Fourth judicial district State Appellate Court Fourth judicial district Winnebago County Forest Preserve Commissioner Winnebago County Circuit Clerk Winnebago County State’s Attorney Winnebago County Auditor Winnebago Coroner Winnebago County Board Chairman Winnebago County Board District 2,3,11,12,13,16,17,18,19, 20 Boone County Circuit Clerk Boone County Coroner Boone County State’s Attorney | "Is my Vote Safe?-Boone County" The purpose of this event is to educate voters about the upcoming election in Boone County and get feedback on what issues are important to them. Moderator - Judge Rosemary Collins WNIJ Peter Medlin will seek audience input: Where do they get their election news and information? What issues are most important to them for this election? How can reporters cover elections better? Speaker - Laura Bettis - Boone County Deputy Clerk Ms. Bettis will address common myths concerning the election process, ballot safety, and voter eligibility. Speaker - Dr. Teresa Kruger – Social Studies Teacher, Belvidere North High School Dr. Kruger will demonstrate the Illinois Voter Guide |
If your non-partisan organization would like to co-sponsor an event, or need to consult with the League on forums or Meet & Greets, please contact info@lwvgr.org